Pharmacy Residency Programs

PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency

Program Description

The postgraduate year two (PGY2) oncology pharmacy residency at Seattle Children’s is a one-year ASHP-accredited training program that provides training in the field of oncology with a focus on pediatrics. Experience is gained in general hematology/oncology, stem cell transplantation and ambulatory care. Opportunities to explore additional areas of interest are available through electives both on- and off-site.

Purpose

PGY2 pharmacy residency programs build on doctor of pharmacy (PharmD) education and PGY1 pharmacy residency programs to contribute to the development of clinical pharmacists in specialized areas of practice. PGY2 residencies provide residents with opportunities to function independently as practitioners by conceptualizing and integrating accumulated experience and knowledge and incorporating both into the provision of patient care or other advanced practice settings. Residents who successfully complete an accredited PGY2 pharmacy residency are prepared for advanced patient care, academic or other specialized positions, along with board certification, if available.

Practice Areas

  • Orientation/Training: 3-4 weeks
  • Hematology/Oncology Inpatient: 18 weeks
    • Split between solid and liquid tumor teams
  • Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Inpatient: 12 weeks
  • Ambublatory Care (oncology and bone marrow transplant): 5-6 weeks
  • Drug Information: Longitudinal
  • Project Time: 4 weeks divided
  • Investigation Drug Services (Hematology/Oncology-specific): 3-4 weeks
  • Elective Rotations (1 rotation): 3-4 weeks
    • Adult Oncology, Antimicrobial Stewardship, Medication Safety. Other elective experiences may be developed based on resident interest and preceptor availability.

Residency Requirements

  • Complete and present a research project at the Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA) annual meeting and prepare a manuscript.
  • Participate in teaching activities with students.
  • Present a 1-hour continuing education on an oncology topic.
  • Prepare and present drug monographs for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee as assigned.
  • Complete parenteral nutrition, pharmacokinetic and anticoagulation competencies.
  • Staff 24 hours per month on average (weekends and holidays), every third weekend.
  • Complete list of requirements available during interview.

Stipends and Benefits

Residents receive an annual stipend with benefits including an excellent healthcare benefit package, 10 days of vacation/holiday leave and 5 days of sick leave. In addition, residents receive educational leave to attend and participate in various pharmacy conferences, including but not limited to the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting in December and an appropriate specialty conference as determined by the RPD.

Qualifications of the Applicant

Selected applicants will be invited for a virtual interview with Seattle Children’s in January or February. The applicant must meet the following general requirements:

  • Applicants must be graduates of an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)-accredited degree program (or one in process of pursuing accreditation) or have a Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Equivalency Committee (FPGEC) certificate from the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP).
  • Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 residency
  • PPS Midyear interview or similar meeting from Seattle Children’s Hospital RPD
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Washington
  • Participate in the ASHP Pharmacy Resident Matching Program. Program code number: 744660.

Application Materials

Submitted through PhORCAS.

  • Personal statement outlining career goals, areas of interest and reasons for applying to the residency program at Seattle Children’s
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Three professional letters of recommendation
    • At least two letters must be written by preceptors.

Address inquiries to:

Evan Abrass, PharmD, BCOP
PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program Director
Seattle Children's
M/S MB.5.420
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105

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Current Resident

Rachel Bonin, PharmD
School: University of Wisconsin Madison
PGY1 Program: Seattle Children’s Hospital, Seattle